The Child Well-being Research Institute is delighted to announce our annual Research Symposium.

This year's theme is From Insight to Impact: Advancing Child Well-being in a Changing World

The Symposium features an outstanding array of high calibre UC researchers who will provide a series of presentations related to literacy, as well as other contemporary issues that influence children’s learning, development, mental health and well-being. This includes topics related to climate change, digital screen use, neurodivergence, and physical health.

We are incredibly excited to advise that the Children's Commissioner, Dr Claire Achmad, will provide the opening keynote address for this popular event.

A detailed digital programme will be sent closer to the event.

Please join us:
Tuesday 21st October from 9.00am-5.00pm in the Central Lecture Theatre (C2), University of Canterbury Campus

Registration will be open from 8.30am for the 9.00am start.

Contact the host of Child Well-being Research Symposium: 21 October 2025